Credentials
at Green Dot
As you plan your career path, seek out resources to help you prepare for teaching or leading at Green Dot.
Teacher Credentials
Teacher Credentials
Administrator Credentials
Teacher Credentials
Whether you’re just beginning your credentialing journey, are currently pursuing a California credential, or have already completed one, this page is for you. It’s also a great starting point for anyone looking to navigate the various pathways to becoming a teacher.
Credential Programs
Adelante Program
Through the Adelante program, you will earn your teaching credential from Loyola Marymount University in one year, while teaching in the classroom during the day!
TeachStart
Through the TeachStart Program, you’ll gain hands-on experience as a substitute teacher, allowing you to build classroom management skills and get comfortable in diverse educational settings.
Marshall Teacher
Residency
Pathways to Becoming a Teacher
Our helpful and short webinar provides resources and strategies for educators interested in teacher pathways. During this session, you’ll discover what it takes to become a teacher and how to start your career at Green Dot.
Traditional Pathway
Attend an accredited college or university and pursue a teaching credential AND master’s degree in education. Participants will take courses and gain hands-on experience while student teaching under direct supervision.
2
year
time commitment
No Green dot offering / partnership
Cost varies by Univeristy
Salary/Stipend
N/A
Candidate Profile
This program is designed for individuals who are interested in a extended and more gradual approach to entering the classroom. This pathway includes unpaid time in the classroom and higher credentialing costs.
Intern Pathway
Attend an accredited college or university and pursue a teaching credential AND master’s degree in education. Participants will take courses and gain hands-on experience while student teaching under direct supervision.
1
year
time commitment
Green dot offering / partnership with
Adelante Fellowship
Cost varies
Salary/Stipend
Candidate Profile
This program is designed for individuals eager to jump straight into the classroom, passionate about making an immediate impact, and excited to drive change from day one.
Residency Pathway
Attend an accredited college or university and pursue a teaching credential AND master’s degree in education. Participants will take courses and gain hands-on experience while student teaching under direct supervision.
1
year
time commitment
Green dot offering / partnership with
Marshall Teacher Residency
Cost varies
Salary/Stipend
$48,500
Candidate Profile
This program is designed for individuals looking to partner with and learn from a mentor teacher while earning a teaching credential. It offers the most collaborative approach in your credentialing journey.
TeachStart
Attend an accredited college or university and pursue a teaching credential AND master’s degree in education. Participants will take courses and gain hands-on experience while student teaching under direct supervision.
2
year
time commitment
Green dot offering / partnership with
TeachStart
$5k estimated cost
Salary/Stipend
Hourly Rate
Candidate Profile
This program is designed for individuals looking for a cost-effective pathway to earning your credential and are comfortable with an extended timeline
Have more questions about teaching credentials?
Become a teacher
through the Adelante Master’s and Teaching Credential Program
Through the Adelante program, you will teach full-time, while earning your single subject teaching credential from Loyola Marymount University in just one year!
What is Adelante?
Adelante is a partnership credentialing program between Green Dot and Loyola Marymount University. Adelante fellows work as full-time teachers at a Green Dot school while taking the required university coursework to earn a credential and obtain a master’s degree. While at a Green Dot school, fellows receive comprehensive support to help ease their transition into teaching. Green Dot collaborates with Loyola Marymount to ensure Adelante fellows receive the training they need to become the next generation of teachers.
Adelante is a highly competitive cohort-based program. People accepted into the program must meet the program’s requirements prior to beginning the pre-service requirement during the summer.
Program Overview
The Adelante program is ideal for someone who is determined, reflective, and collaborative. You should possess a strong desire to foster high levels of achievement with academically underserved students.
Upon completion of the 12-month program, as an Adelante cohort member, you will:
Advance your career while you work full-time as a teacher and earn your single-subject teaching credential in California.
Make a debt-free credential an achievable goal through the Golden State Grant for qualifying individuals. Additional state-funding may be available for classified school employees who enroll (up to $4,800 per year while enrolled at LMU).
Obtain your Master’s in Education through LMU’s School of Education, which is deeply committed to fostering lifelong learning, academic excellence, service, and social justice.
Access to ongoing job-embedded professional development and resources to improve individual teaching practice.
Receive a 40% tuition deduction for LMU course work.
Receive individual coaching and mentoring with a highly qualified Green Dot mentor and curriculum specialist.
Enjoy a competitive starting salary with full health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision care.
Eligibility
Requirements
Once accepted, all candidates will participate in a four-week-long teaching and training program during the summer. Upon acceptance to the program, cohort members must obtain the following state-required assessments:
- California Basic Educational Skills Test (CBEST)
- California Subject Education Test in assigned content area (CSET)
- U.S. Constitution Exam
Application Process
Earn your teaching credential with Marshall Teacher Residency and Green Dot public Schools
Program Overview
As a Marshall Teacher Resident, you’ll receive an exceptional learning experience and will leave the program prepared to be a powerful teacher. Other benefits that make our program stand out include:
Receive Up to $68,500 for Tuition and Life
During this one-year teacher residency program, you will be eligible to receive a financial support package that covers tuition, testing fees, and living expenses – a $48,500 living stipend and up to $20,000 through the Golden State Teacher Grant.
Classroom Immersion
Your clinical placement will be in the classroom six to eight hours a day, four days a week throughout the entire school year.
With consistent coaching from your Cooperating Teacher, you’ll hone your craft and skills as you evolve from observation, to co-teaching, to eventually leading the classroom.
You will experience every aspect of the teacher role, including planning, teaching, assessing, mentoring, communicating with families, and collaborating with colleagues.
Values-Aligned Instruction
Starting with a summer intensive and continuing one day per week throughout the school year, you’ll gather with your diverse cohort of Residents to master the credentialing coursework.
Led by expert faculty, coursework is project-based and integrated with your clinical experience.
The instruction you’ll receive reflects our core values, including deep self-reflection, culturally responsive teaching methods, and conversations about equity and inclusion.
Mentoring and Collaboration
You’ll benefit from multiple levels of support on your journey, including 1:1 mentoring, in-classroom coaching, and a connected community of Residents. Including, Pre-admission career counseling to determine ideal credentialing path.
You will examine how theory from your coursework applies to what’s happening in your clinical placement. You’ll receive personalized support through coaching and mentorship. Residents will also have the opportunity to learn from each other’s experiences across different school sites as they begin to build a professional network.
Boosted Teaching Prospects
- A teaching credential from the State of California
- Priority hiring at one of our Green Dot Schools
Eligibility
Requirements
With the Marshall Teacher Residency, you can launch your career and become a powerful teacher for students in just one year. We look for Residents who believe that all students can be successful, are committed to learning and growing as anti-racist educators, and have a growth mindset. Applicants to the Marshall Teacher Residency must:
• Possess a Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college
or university
• Be eligible to work in the United States
• Be committed to teaching elementary students, middle / high school
students, and/or students with disabilities.
Application Process
As a Marshall Teacher Resident, you’ll receive an exceptional learning experience and will leave the program prepared to be a powerful teacher. Other benefits that make our program stand out include: